The Power Of Sports, And The Grieving Process In “Flowers, Birds & Dad”

For many, rooting for a favorite team is not a casual activity. And one of the most passionate fan bases is that of the Philadelphia Eagles. Generations watch the games together, shared moments and unspoken bonds are formed.

But what happens when you lose a loved one who you’ve shared that bond with? How do you support the team, and honor their memory without them there? First-time documentary filmmaker Brandt takes on (I didn’t say ‘tackles’!) these questions as he spends Super Bowl Sunday at a flower shop, as the Eagles return to the Super Bowl for the first time since his father’s passing.

Here’s a look at “Flowers, Birds, & Dad,” and below you can watch our podcast interview with Brandt, and learn more about how the short came together.

And here’s our podcast interview, where Brandt talks about his intent with the film, the production process, and taking the film to festivals.